May Insights: Funding Strategies. Site Selection. Placemaking. What’s Next for EDOs?
Economic development organizations are facing new funding expectations, more competition for investment, and changing community priorities. Our May Insight edition examines how EDOs can adapt through stronger funding models, smarter site selection, and placemaking initiatives to drive long-term growth.
Emerging Funding Priorities are Reshaping Economic Development Operations
Population changes, labor fluctuations, housing pressures, and infrastructure demands impact communities of all sizes. Expectations have evolved, with business leaders, officials, and residents seeking EDO engagement on issues beyond business attraction and marketing.
From Fundraising to Site Readiness: Positioning Your Community for Business Attraction Success–July 16th at 2:00 PM EST
Mid-sized communities can compete for major projects, but it takes more than incentives to stand out. Learn how stronger funding strategies, site readiness, workforce alignment, and data-driven planning can help communities attract investment and stay competitive in today’s site selection landscape.
Whitepaper: Capture the Next Wave of Investment: How Mid-Sized Communities Can Succeed in Today’s Site Selection Landscape
Mid-sized metros compete for business by proving strengths in labor, utilities, and permitting. Learn how targeted, data-driven strategies help them remain competitive.
The Difference: Nonprofit Fundraising in a For-Profit World Podcast
What sets successful nonprofits apart in fundraising and financial sustainability? In each 15-20 minute episode, Jay Werth interviews top nonprofit and fundraising leaders, sharing insights, trends, and actionable tips to help your organization grow this year and beyond.
This episode of The Difference explores how placemaking drives economic growth, featuring Brian Abernathy and Jerald Mitchell. Learn how building a strong community identity, investing in public spaces, and strategic planning can help your region attract investment, top talent, and support long-term success.
In this special episode of The Difference, Host Jay Werth speaks with Brian Abernathy and Clint Nessmith to discuss the merger uniting the two respected fundraising firms. Brian and Clint share the strategic vision behind the merger, what it means for current clients, and how the integrated team will support economic development, chambers, and philanthropic organizations moving forward.
Communities that align resources with their needs are better positioned to win projects and sustain growth. RDG, a Convergent Company can help you evaluate your funding approach and compare it to peer regions.
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